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1954 LAND ROVER UNKNOWN1.6L Petrol

398 XVA

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LAND ROVER UNKNOWN (1954, Petrol, 1595cc) — mileage recorded at 53,364. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 16/08/2023
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
1954
Engine
1595cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 1954 Land Rover presents a stable mechanical baseline based on its most recent MOT, passing on 17 August 2022 at 53,364 miles with zero defects recorded. However, the maintenance trend remains unverified for the past four years, as no subsequent tests exist to confirm ongoing roadworthiness. The absence of recorded advisories in 2022 suggests the vehicle met minimum standards at that time, but the current condition relies entirely on how it has been stored or driven since. The recorded mileage of 53,364 miles equates to an average of roughly 741 miles per year over the vehicle's 72-year lifespan, confirming exceptionally low usage. The MOT history is notably sparse, providing only a single data point from August 2022. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle spent significant periods stationary, which carries its own mechanical risks despite the minimal distance covered. Because the 2022 test yielded no advisories, a buyer must rely on a thorough physical inspection to assess the structural integrity of the chassis and bulkhead, common corrosion points on Series Land Rovers. Extended periods of inactivity demand scrutiny of the braking system for seized calipers and binding handbrake components, alongside a close examination of the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing. The fuel system and rubber hoses also require careful checking for degradation caused by standing idle.

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Salvage
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 1954 Land Rover presents a stable mechanical baseline based on its most recent MOT, passing on 17 August 2022 at 53,364 miles with zero defects recorded. However, the maintenance trend remains unverified for the past four years, as no subsequent tests exist to confirm ongoing roadworthiness. The absence of recorded advisories in 2022 suggests the vehicle met minimum standards at that time, but the current condition relies entirely on how it has been stored or driven since. The recorded mileage of 53,364 miles equates to an average of roughly 741 miles per year over the vehicle's 72-year lifespan, confirming exceptionally low usage. The MOT history is notably sparse, providing only a single data point from August 2022. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle spent significant periods stationary, which carries its own mechanical risks despite the minimal distance covered. Because the 2022 test yielded no advisories, a buyer must rely on a thorough physical inspection to assess the structural integrity of the chassis and bulkhead, common corrosion points on Series Land Rovers. Extended periods of inactivity demand scrutiny of the braking system for seized calipers and binding handbrake components, alongside a close examination of the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing. The fuel system and rubber hoses also require careful checking for degradation caused by standing idle.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 1954 Land Rover Unknown (398 XVA), we found 1 MOT result in the period of August 2022 to August 2022.

Across its entire MOT history, this Land Rover has a 100% success rate (1 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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